1967 Nissan President vs. 1998 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan President.
Because 1967 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan President | 1998 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | President | SS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
